A towable is one investment that really is a gateway to having a good time on the water. With designs for both the comfort riders and the thrill seekers, you can really cater to everyone in the family.

It’s hard to imagine a single word could describe the aura of an entire industry, but if you had to pick one that summarized the collective disposition of the community of houseboat builders in 2015, “resilient” would certainly fit.

West Marine is looking for photos of dogs enjoying the life of a water-lover and will award each of the five winning entrants a $100 West Marine gift card that can be used to outfit a furry friend, a boat or the dog’s best friend.